Nneka Ogwumike to Rejoin Los Angeles Sparks After Seattle Stint

52 articles · Updated · KOMO News · Apr 10

Ten-time WNBA All-Star Nneka Ogwumike is returning to the Los Angeles Sparks after two seasons with the Seattle Storm.
Ogwumike, 2016 WNBA MVP and former Sparks champion, confirmed her decision on social media, expressing excitement about 'returning home.'
Her move comes after helping negotiate a new WNBA collective bargaining agreement and is expected to strengthen the Sparks’ veteran roster.

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